However, Pedro has insisted that the rumours have not altered Hazard's desire for success at Stamford Bridge this season. As quoted by Mundo Deportivo, the Spaniard said: "Eden Hazard is very good here.

"He is totally dedicated to Chelsea. But I do not know what will happen. However, as I say, he is truly involved with the team."

Pedro added: "Hazard is our most important player, wants to win the Europa League and finish in the top four in the Premier [League]."

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Reports in Spain have recently suggested that Hazard's transfer to Real Madrid could become official imminently, though it would be unlikely that Chelsea would opt to formalise such a significant sale in the immediate future, given the club's push for a strong end to the season.

The Blues overcame Slavia Prague on Thursday night to reach the semi finals of the Europa League, as a Pedro double led the west Londoners to a 4-3 win at Stamford Bridge, sealing a 5-3 victory on aggregate.